PM Modi adds strict social distancing Lakshman Rekha to April 5 'Light vs Corona' appeal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi categorically stated that social distancing should be observed strictly while people assemble in ir balconies on April 5 to show unity of nation in fight against coronavirus.

Addressing nation on Friday, PM Modi urged all Indians to light a candle, diya, torch or mobile flashlight to mark India's fight against Coronavirus. He said, "I request all of you to switch off all lights of your house on 5th April at 9 PM for 9 minutes, and just light a candle, 'Diya', or mobile's flashlight, to mark our fight against Coronavirus."

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PM Modi insists social distancing a must

"During this time, one should assemble anywhere outside, t on roads, on streets or gullies. Stay indoors or assemble in your balconies. one should breach Lakshman Rekha of social distancing. This is only way to break corona's chain", said PM Modi

His caveat comes following what was witnessed after Janta Curfew on March 22, as some people thronged streets breaching social distancing rms when India was thanking Coronavirus frontliners.

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